Angels of Love is collecting food, large baskets, turkeys and monetary donations for their annual Canastas de Corazon Operation Gratitude from now through November 20.
Donations for the food baskets can be dropped off at the Angels of Love headquarters, 1305 E. Nolana Ave., Suite D, in McAllen. Delivery of the food baskets will be made on November 22 and 23.
Nederlander National Markets in partnership with the McAllen Performing Arts Center are thrilled to announce the exciting 2024/2025 Broadway in the Rio Grande Valley, including four new shows. They are also excited to announce that group orders of 10 or more for all Broadway in the Rio Grande Valley are available. Broadway Groups enjoy many benefits, including saving up to 10% on orders of 10 tickets or more and access to seats before single ticket sales.
Read more: Broadway in McAllen announces schedule, group sales available
McAllen Community Concert Association is featuring six concerts this season. The first concert is November 4 with Forever Simon and Garfunkel.
With soaring energy, wit, and laser-precise harmony, Sean Altman and Jack Skuller take audiences on a journey through the history of Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel, from their teenage roots to their global dominance as hit-makers. Performing iconic hits from one of the most popular duos in rock n’ roll history like “The Sound of Silence,” “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” “Mrs. Robinson,” and more, Forever Simon and Garfunkel will entertain music lovers of all ages.
Read more: McAllen Community Concerts features six concerts this season
The Life and Times of Juanito Gonzalez is a one-man, one-act, family friendly, children’s play written and performed by Pedro Garcia. The fun and heartfelt show explores the importance of education, love and life and is set on Día de los Muertos.
Meet Juanito Gonzalez, who lived to be 100 years old, when he returns to his campo santo (cemetery) pulling an old sack of books. The magical sack contains all the books he read in his life. Today his relatives will re-live fond memories of him. Watch him jubilantly tell his story from childhood and all throughout his magnificent life.
Texas College Theatre and Dance embarks upon its new season with its first production of the year, “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” by Edward Albee.
The production will run on November 7, 8 and 9 at 7:30 p.m. and will include a matinee at 2 p.m. on Sunday, November 10. The Thursday, November 7, evening performance will include an American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation.
Read more: STC Theatre and Dance presents “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?”
Bentsen-RGV State Park has fun and informative programs for all ages. Scheduled programs are free with park admission. Reservations are required for some programs. More programs will be announced soon. All programs will meet at the tram turnaround at park headquarters unless otherwise specified.
AUSTIN— On November 3, visitors will get free day-use entry at all Texas State Parks in honor of Texas State Parks Day, a tradition born from 2023's centennial celebration.
“Any day in a Texas State Park is a good day,” said Rodney Franklin, Director of Texas State Parks. “I hope this continued event from our centennial celebration motivates all Texans to explore what the outdoors has to offer. You are invited to visit a park that is new to you, take a friend and try a new adventure.”
Read more: Celebrate Texas State Parks Day with free admission
